FWIW, I know a few people who got Specialized bikes as part of a team deal, and - shhhhh - are more frequently seen riding their old bikes, in at least one case a Trek Madone, because they don't like the ride of the Specialized as much.
So all things being equal, I think that's a knock against Specialized frames.
I have no experience with Pinarello, but know a few who ride and love them.
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06-10-2011, 05:22 PM #1
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2007 Seven ID8 - Bontrager InForm
2003 Klein Palomino - Terry Firefly (?)
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06-10-2011, 05:46 PM #2
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I would take a look at Orbea and Look, too, along with custom steel (which would be my choice).
Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Laugh. Choose with no regret. Continue to learn. Appreciate your friends. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is.
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06-10-2011, 07:34 PM #3
Ooo, talk tri to me!
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I ride a Madone 5.5 and love it. The Madones have extra large bottom brackets so they should be especially stiff for climbing.
7Rider, I loved my Specialized Allez, too, but Specialized frames tend to run bigger than most, with a longer top tube. I ended up using an especially short stem to make it work for me.I'd rather be swimming...biking...running...and eating cheesecake...
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